The following organizations will help match you up with health and education (or other opportunities) that need your own special gifts and passions:
Volunteer Center @ Business Volunteers Unlimited(you don’t have to be a “business person” to use this service!): (216) 736-7711 or www.bvuvolunteers.org
RSVP Cleveland, offers a wide range of opportunities for anyone over 18, but especially for those in retirement: (216) 391-9500 or www.greaterclevelandvolunteers.org.
Volunteer Match, a national organization, with links to many local volunteer opportunities, www.volunteermatch.org.
Many UMC churches in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties offer meal programs, child care or after school programs, and other outreach programs in the community. All can use extra hands to help – call the North Coast District office (216) 441-4527 or their website for suggestions.